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All other countries. All rights reserved. in the United States and other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. 2 Notices © 2005 Gateway, Inc. Gateway, the Gateway stylized logo, and the black-andwhite spot design are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc.
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Planning your Media Center setup 4 Getting ready to set up Media Center resources 6 Setting up Media Center hardware 8 Setting up optional computer connections 11 Turning on and setting up software 14 Learning about the remote control 17 Using Media Center 18 Media Center FAQs 22 Getting more information 25 Note: Your computer may vary from the following illustrations. 3
Planning your Media Center setup 4 Getting ready to set up Media Center resources 6 Setting up Media Center hardware 8 Setting up optional computer connections 11 Turning on and setting up software 14 Learning about the remote control 17 Using Media Center 18 Media Center FAQs 22 Getting more information 25 Note: Your computer may vary from the following illustrations. 3
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Contact your Internet service provider for more information about setting up your Media Center computer. Cable boxes and satellite receivers are also called set up and use your Media Center computer, but before you start connecting computer components, take a few minutes to make sure that all of these connections are available in the location you have access to a dial-up or broadband Internet connection before setting up your Internet connection. Video source-Make sure that you have access to a video source before starting your Media Center software setup. Make sure that you '...
Contact your Internet service provider for more information about setting up your Media Center computer. Cable boxes and satellite receivers are also called set up and use your Media Center computer, but before you start connecting computer components, take a few minutes to make sure that all of these connections are available in the location you have access to a dial-up or broadband Internet connection before setting up your Internet connection. Video source-Make sure that you have access to a video source before starting your Media Center software setup. Make sure that you '...
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Batteries-Two AA batteries for easy access during the setup process. Infrared (IR) control cable-Sends input from the remote control. Receives and sends signals to and from the remote sensor to a set-top box to change channels. FM antenna-Receives FM radio signals. (optional) 5 Identify Media Center computer components Remove the computer components from the packaging and lay them out for the wireless remote control. The sensor included with your Media Center may look different than the one shown below. Remote sensor (Infrared "IR" receiver)- The remote control ...
Batteries-Two AA batteries for easy access during the setup process. Infrared (IR) control cable-Sends input from the remote control. Receives and sends signals to and from the remote sensor to a set-top box to change channels. FM antenna-Receives FM radio signals. (optional) 5 Identify Media Center computer components Remove the computer components from the packaging and lay them out for the wireless remote control. The sensor included with your Media Center may look different than the one shown below. Remote sensor (Infrared "IR" receiver)- The remote control ...
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Sound System Setup Poster (Optional) The sound system setup poster helps you purchased a sound system with your Media Center computer, follow the setup poster instructions. If you connect your computer and other devices. If you are connecting your Media Center computer to an existing sound system, see "Connecting the Media Center to help you set up your audio system. Getting ready to set up Media Center resources Now that you've located an Internet connection and a video source and have identified the computer components, use the Media Center computer and software. ...
Sound System Setup Poster (Optional) The sound system setup poster helps you purchased a sound system with your Media Center computer, follow the setup poster instructions. If you connect your computer and other devices. If you are connecting your Media Center computer to an existing sound system, see "Connecting the Media Center to help you set up your audio system. Getting ready to set up Media Center resources Now that you've located an Internet connection and a video source and have identified the computer components, use the Media Center computer and software. ...
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Computer Guide Your Gateway computer user guide provides instructions for using the Media Center, and troubleshooting information. Web site You can get the latest FAQs, information, and tips and ... Update Remember to keep the Windows operating system updated by going to the Microsoft Media Center Web site at microsoft.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/ and the Gateway Support Web site at support...
Computer Guide Your Gateway computer user guide provides instructions for using the Media Center, and troubleshooting information. Web site You can get the latest FAQs, information, and tips and ... Update Remember to keep the Windows operating system updated by going to the Microsoft Media Center Web site at microsoft.com/windowsxp/mediacenter/ and the Gateway Support Web site at support...
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... with the + and - Setting up Media Center hardware Now that you use a TV as the Media Center display device instead of a display device provided by Gateway, see Connecting a TV on the back of the sensor. If your Media Center computer. The remote control has a range of 23 feet and can be...
... with the + and - Setting up Media Center hardware Now that you use a TV as the Media Center display device instead of a display device provided by Gateway, see Connecting a TV on the back of the sensor. If your Media Center computer. The remote control has a range of 23 feet and can be...
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Select the connector that your Gateway computer user guide. If you use S-Video, you also need to the Coaxial In (TV) port on the back of your computer could be damaged. ...
Select the connector that your Gateway computer user guide. If you use S-Video, you also need to the Coaxial In (TV) port on the back of your computer could be damaged. ...
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However, some set-top boxes are set to the set-top box IR sensor window. The IR control cable sends input from the remote sensor to your set-top box to change channels. 1 Plug the IR control cable into any 1/8-inch jack on the back of the remote sensor. (The sensor included with a 1/8-inch dark circle in the middle. See your set-top box or satellite receiver. Look for the video source to the Media Center computer, connect the infrared (IR) control cable to the remote sensor and attach the IR control to receive radio frequency (RF) signals from the remote control. The Media Center ...
However, some set-top boxes are set to the set-top box IR sensor window. The IR control cable sends input from the remote sensor to your set-top box to change channels. 1 Plug the IR control cable into any 1/8-inch jack on the back of the remote sensor. (The sensor included with a 1/8-inch dark circle in the middle. See your set-top box or satellite receiver. Look for the video source to the Media Center computer, connect the infrared (IR) control cable to the remote sensor and attach the IR control to receive radio frequency (RF) signals from the remote control. The Media Center ...
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...the screen resolution. Progressive scan video displays a video frame with two passes of sequential scan lines. S-Video display quality is optimized for the Gateway 42-inch Plasma TV. For a better picture on page 27 for TV images. The TV screen first displays the video image ...a display device when you purchased your Media Center computer and your video display does not provide the image quality that you expected, contact a Gateway sales representative to bottom, without the odd/even interlacing. Many TVs use a TV as VGA output. Because most likely flicker when ...
...the screen resolution. Progressive scan video displays a video frame with two passes of sequential scan lines. S-Video display quality is optimized for the Gateway 42-inch Plasma TV. For a better picture on page 27 for TV images. The TV screen first displays the video image ...a display device when you purchased your Media Center computer and your video display does not provide the image quality that you expected, contact a Gateway sales representative to bottom, without the odd/even interlacing. Many TVs use a TV as VGA output. Because most likely flicker when ...
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For more information about selecting the TV In video source, see your TV. OR OR 3 Turn the TV on the back of the cable to the VGA port or S-Video jack on the back of your computer. 2 Connect the other end of your TV's documentation. 12 1 Connect a VGA cable (not included) or S-Video cable (not included) to the VGA port or S-Video jack on and select the TV In video source.
For more information about selecting the TV In video source, see your TV. OR OR 3 Turn the TV on the back of the cable to the VGA port or S-Video jack on the back of your computer. 2 Connect the other end of your TV's documentation. 12 1 Connect a VGA cable (not included) or S-Video cable (not included) to the VGA port or S-Video jack on and select the TV In video source.
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See your computer to the sound system. Note: Your computer's jacks may vary. 13 Connecting the computer to connect your computer and sound system's documentation for connection instructions. Use your computer and sound system's setup posters and other documentation to an existing home stereo or home theater Your Media Center computer includes audio jacks that support a 7.1 Surround Sound audio system. The sound system setup varies, depending on your sound system's audio inputs. Analog audio jacks.
See your computer to the sound system. Note: Your computer's jacks may vary. 13 Connecting the computer to connect your computer and sound system's documentation for connection instructions. Use your computer and sound system's setup posters and other documentation to an existing home stereo or home theater Your Media Center computer includes audio jacks that support a 7.1 Surround Sound audio system. The sound system setup varies, depending on your sound system's audio inputs. Analog audio jacks.
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Turning on your sound system (optional) is turned on. 2 Follow the Windows setup screens. 3 Turn on any peripheral devices, such as printers or scanners, and follow the on-screen instructions to turn on the power and complete the Media Center set up software After the computer components are connected, you're ready to complete the device setup. 14 Make sure that your system and setting up . 1 Press the power button on the front of the monitor or TV, then press the power button on the front of the Media Center computer.
Turning on your sound system (optional) is turned on. 2 Follow the Windows setup screens. 3 Turn on any peripheral devices, such as printers or scanners, and follow the on-screen instructions to turn on the power and complete the Media Center set up software After the computer components are connected, you're ready to complete the device setup. 14 Make sure that your system and setting up . 1 Press the power button on the front of the monitor or TV, then press the power button on the front of the Media Center computer.
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Before starting the Media Center setup wizard, check for Windows Updates to make sure that Media Center has the most recent software releases and security updates installed. Before starting the Media Center setup wizard in step 4, make sure that your Internet connection is set up your Internet connection. For more information about setting up . Contact your Internet service provider for more information, see "Windows Update" on page 7. 4 After you complete the initial Windows setup, press the Start button on the remote to start the Media Center setup wizard. 5 Follow the setup ...
Before starting the Media Center setup wizard, check for Windows Updates to make sure that Media Center has the most recent software releases and security updates installed. Before starting the Media Center setup wizard in step 4, make sure that your Internet connection is set up your Internet connection. For more information about setting up . Contact your Internet service provider for more information, see "Windows Update" on page 7. 4 After you complete the initial Windows setup, press the Start button on the remote to start the Media Center setup wizard. 5 Follow the setup ...
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The Sounds and Audio Devices Properties dialog box opens. 3 Click the Volume tab, then click the Advanced button in the Speaker Settings section. Configuring your speakers After you have connected your sound system and set up Media Center, select speaker setup options on your computer. 1 Turn on your speaker setup. 16 The Advanced Audio Properties dialog box opens. 4 Click the Speakers tab, click the arrow button to open the Speaker setup list, then click the speaker setup that most closely matches your sound system type. 5 Click OK to save your Media Center computer. 2 Click Start, ...
The Sounds and Audio Devices Properties dialog box opens. 3 Click the Volume tab, then click the Advanced button in the Speaker Settings section. Configuring your speakers After you have connected your sound system and set up Media Center, select speaker setup options on your computer. 1 Turn on your speaker setup. 16 The Advanced Audio Properties dialog box opens. 4 Click the Speakers tab, click the arrow button to open the Speaker setup list, then click the speaker setup that most closely matches your sound system type. 5 Click OK to save your Media Center computer. 2 Click Start, ...
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Numeric keypad/ Data entry buttons let you move the cursor around the Guide and menus, make a selection. 17 Navigation buttons let you enter numbers and characters from the remote control. Press the OK button to make selections, navigate back to the previous screen, change the screen display aspect ratio, and get more information. Media Center Start button starts the Media Center software. Learning about the remote control The Media Center remote control lets you direct access to Media Center features. Power control button puts the Media Center computer in Standby mode (reduced ...
Numeric keypad/ Data entry buttons let you move the cursor around the Guide and menus, make a selection. 17 Navigation buttons let you enter numbers and characters from the remote control. Press the OK button to make selections, navigate back to the previous screen, change the screen display aspect ratio, and get more information. Media Center Start button starts the Media Center software. Learning about the remote control The Media Center remote control lets you direct access to Media Center features. Power control button puts the Media Center computer in Standby mode (reduced ...
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Press one of the menu shortcut buttons on the remote control. OR - Using Media Center Use the Media Center remote control to watch TV, videos, and DVDs, to listen to music, and to select a Media Center menu option, then press OK. - The Media Center software starts. 2 Use the remote control navigation buttons to view pictures. Use the Media Center Guide to view TV program schedules, search for programs by genre, set up program recordings, and more. 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to select a Media Center menu. 18
Press one of the menu shortcut buttons on the remote control. OR - Using Media Center Use the Media Center remote control to watch TV, videos, and DVDs, to listen to music, and to select a Media Center menu option, then press OK. - The Media Center software starts. 2 Use the remote control navigation buttons to view pictures. Use the Media Center Guide to view TV program schedules, search for programs by genre, set up program recordings, and more. 1 Press the Start button on the remote control to select a Media Center menu. 18
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However, on the remote control. The Media Center software starts. 3 Navigate to update the Media Center Program Guide. Make sure that you connect to the Internet before continuing the manual Program Guide update instructions. 2 Press the Start button on occasion, you may need to update the Program Guide manually to refresh the program listings. 1 Before starting the Media Center, make sure that you use the Media Center setup wizard, the Media Center Program Guide is set up to download program information from your cable or satellite service provider. The Guide Data dialog box ...
However, on the remote control. The Media Center software starts. 3 Navigate to update the Media Center Program Guide. Make sure that you connect to the Internet before continuing the manual Program Guide update instructions. 2 Press the Start button on occasion, you may need to update the Program Guide manually to refresh the program listings. 1 Before starting the Media Center, make sure that you use the Media Center setup wizard, the Media Center Program Guide is set up to download program information from your cable or satellite service provider. The Guide Data dialog box ...
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Your Media Center computer also includes software that lets you create video DVDs that has a DVD player and DVD decoder software (such as WinDVD) installed. The Disc Content window opens. 8 Click Next, then click Burn. The Disc Content window opens. 5 Click the Add button to open the Select Files and Folders dialog box, then click the drive or folder where the files you want to save the program to a DVD for more information. 1 Insert a blank, writable DVD-R disc into your files, click Finished. See "Burning recorded video to DVD using Nero Express, then replayed on a non-...
Your Media Center computer also includes software that lets you create video DVDs that has a DVD player and DVD decoder software (such as WinDVD) installed. The Disc Content window opens. 8 Click Next, then click Burn. The Disc Content window opens. 5 Click the Add button to open the Select Files and Folders dialog box, then click the drive or folder where the files you want to save the program to a DVD for more information. 1 Insert a blank, writable DVD-R disc into your files, click Finished. See "Burning recorded video to DVD using Nero Express, then replayed on a non-...
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For more information, click the Media Center's Help icon. 21 Burning recorded video to a DVD with Service Pack (SP) 1, Windows Media Player 9, and the Windows patch Q810243 Update. 1 Insert a blank, writable DVD-R or DVD-RW disc into your home DVD player or on another Media Center computer or on a non-Media Center computer that has a DVD drive. The Media Center software starts. 3 Click More Programs. 4 Click Create CD/DVD. 5 Click Video DVD, then click OK. 6 Follow the on-screen prompts to DVD and replayed on the remote control. The non-Media Center computer must also have been ...
For more information, click the Media Center's Help icon. 21 Burning recorded video to a DVD with Service Pack (SP) 1, Windows Media Player 9, and the Windows patch Q810243 Update. 1 Insert a blank, writable DVD-R or DVD-RW disc into your home DVD player or on another Media Center computer or on a non-Media Center computer that has a DVD drive. The Media Center software starts. 3 Click More Programs. 4 Click Create CD/DVD. 5 Click Video DVD, then click OK. 6 Follow the on-screen prompts to DVD and replayed on the remote control. The non-Media Center computer must also have been ...